WD-40 Bike hires Robin Baloochi as promotions manager
SOLANA BEACH, Calif. (BRAIN) — WD-40's bike division has hired former professional mountain bike racer Robin Baloochi as promotions manager."We're continuing to grow the bike-care category for our bike...
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Specialized recalls aerobar sold on Shiv aero bike
MORGAN HILL, Calif. (BRAIN) — Specialized is working with U.S. and Canadian authorities to recall about 8,300 aerobars that were sold individually and as part of some complete Shiv aero bike models....
View ArticleCGI names Josh Furlow president, hires Wendy Godoy as CAO and CFO
SAN DIEGO (BRAIN) — Competitor Group Inc. has promoted Josh Furlow to president. Furlow has been with the company since 2011 and was most recently the executive vice president of events. CGI also has...
View ArticleLeatt revenues up 26 percent last year
CAPE TOWN, South Africa (BRAIN) — Leatt Corporation, a maker of protective gear for motorsports and bicycling, announced 2014 revenues of $18.5 million, up 24 percent over its 2013 sales. The company,...
View ArticleFred Clements: Six trends for bike retailers to watch
A blog by the NBDA's executive director.Editor’s note: Fred Clements is the executive director of the National Bicycle Dealers Association. Clements’ previous blog posts can be read on...
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Muc-Off offers new Hydrodynamic lube developed with Team Sky
POOLE, U.K. (BRAIN) — Muc-Off’s newest chain lube is formulated for long distances and use during the harshest weather conditions, the company says.The new Hydrodynamic lube was developed in...
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New site uses Strava data to track bike part service intervals
ATLANTA (BRAIN) — A new website, Pedalwrencher.com, syncs with users' Strava.com data to track miles of use for chains, brake pads and other wearables — and may create opportunities for bike retailers...
View ArticleZipp hires Brad Walters as graphic designer
INDIANAPOLIS (BRAIN) — Zipp Speed Weaponry has hired motorsports industry veteran Brad Walters as a graphic designer, effective March 23.Walters spent more than 14 years with the Indianapolis Motor...
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BKOOL adds weather conditions to its ride simulator
MADRID (BRAIN) — BKOOL has added live weather conditions to its ride simulator, allowing a rider to see the current weather conditions, including rain, snow or fog, on the screen and feel the effects...
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Anomaly Action Sports adds field rep force as Shred Optics and Slytech push...
NASHUA, N.H. (BRAIN) — Anomaly Action Sports, the parent of the Shred Optics and Slytech Protection brands, has added field reps across the country as the two brands push into the mountain bike and BMX...
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Niner adds steel-framed adventure bike to its line
FT. COLLINS, Colo. (BRAIN) — Niner Bikes has added a steel-framed 700c-wheel bike to its range, called the RLT9 Steel. The new model is designed for gravel road riding and touring. The frame is made of...
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Liv USA kicks off ambassador program with 80 women
NEWBURY PARK, Calif. (BRAIN) — Liv is launching the largest ambassador program in the brand's history, with 80 women ambassadors across the country, who will work with retailers to lead ride and give...
View ArticleShop owners, how often do you ride a bike?
Choices 4-7 days a week 1-3 days a week less than once a week, but at least every few weeks a few times a year less than a few times a year. 4-7 days a week 32% (60 votes) 1-3 days a week 30% (55...
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GU updates formulas, logo and product names
BERKELEY, Calif. (BRAIN) — GU Energy Labs is revamping its brand, with a new logo, new formulas for its nutrition products, new names and new packaging.The company, founded in 1993, said the rebranding...
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Dutch wheel brand Fast Forward Wheels relocates
ZWOLLE, the Netherlands (BRAIN) – Fast Forward Wheels has moved its headquarters to a larger building in Zwolle, the Netherlands. The company said it moved due to growing sales and the need for more...
View ArticleHIghway Two hires Vince Marcotte as new sales rep in British Columbia
ALISO VIEJO, Calif (BRAIN) — Highway Two hired Vince Marcotte as a new sales rep in British Columbia. "Vince is a service-oriented individual that brings a wealth of knowledge and passion for all that...
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Dog Ears replaces worn-out Garmin head unit tabs
LOGAN, Utah (BRAIN) — Dog Ears is an aluminum replacement for the quarter-turn mount plastic tabs used on many Garmin bike computers, including the Edge 500 series. The original tabs are prone to...
View ArticleColorado's USA Pro Challenge adds three-day women's race
BRECKENRIDGE, Colo. (BRAIN) — Colorado's pro road state race, the USA Pro Challenge, announced Tuesday that it would include a three-day women's stage race this year in conjunction with the seven-day...
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SRAM expands Guide brake line with Ultimate model
CHICAGO (BRAIN) — SRAM is expanding its Guide mountain bike disc brake line with the addition of the Guide Ultimate brakes, which promise improved performance and lighter weight than the original...
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Panaracer's new tires are affordable four-season fatties
BOULDER, Colo. (BRAIN) — Panaracer's new Fat B Nimble tire range is being marketed as an affordable "hard-wearing four seasons tire." The new models have a low rolling resistance tread and are light...
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